Newswise — February often brings scrambled messages when it comes to heart health and a healthy lifestyle. For many years, common misconceptions have led many to believe that some foods, like eggs, can potentially raise bad cholesterol levels, even if they are part of a healthy diet. However, one way that may help sustain a health-conscious diet year-round is to replace ordinary eggs with Eggland's Best eggs, which have lower cholesterol and increased nutritional benefits.
Clinical tests1 have demonstrated that people on a low-fat diet who ate 12 Eggland's Best eggs a week did not increase their serum cholesterol level. In addition, cutting back on saturated fat has been known to be an effective way to help lower blood cholesterol and improve heart health. Also, other recent studies show consuming Omega 3 fatty acids could lead to reduced levels of bad cholesterol and improved cardiovascular health2.
A good tip for those who want a heart-healthy diet is to read the labels when shopping. For example, Eggland's Best eggs contain 19 percent less cholesterol (175 mg vs. 215 mg in ordinary eggs), 25 percent less saturated fat, and three times more Omega 3 than an ordinary egg. They also contain 200 mcg of lutein for eye health, provide ten times more Vitamin E than ordinary eggs plus 40 percent of a person's daily requirement of iodine. Plus, Eggland's Best eggs are great in egg breakfast dishes or recipes like casseroles, baked goods, or for any occasion that calls for eggs.
"Eggland's Best eggs are a good fit for a cholesterol-conscious diet," said Manette Richardson, RD, CDE and Nutrition Director for Eggland's Best, Inc. "Containing less cholesterol and more healthy Omega 3 than ordinary eggs, EB eggs taste delicious and have been named 'The Best Tasting Egg in America' from the American Culinary Chefs Best for six years in a row!"
About Eggland's Best EggsEggland's Best, the No. 1 branded egg in the U.S., js the recipient of many awards including the Men's Health Top Pick as the Best Eggs in their Nutrition Awards for three consecutive years; the Best Eggs according to the Women's Health 2007 Best Foods list; and the National Health & Wellness Club Stamp of Approval for flavor, quality and nutrition. This year, Eggland's Best became the official egg of the 43rd Pillsbury Bake-Off® Contest. The distinctive "EB" stamp on the shell assures consumers that the eggs meet the highest standards of taste, nutrition and quality. Eggland's Best hens are fed a strictly controlled, high-quality, all-natural, all-vegetarian diet without added hormones, antibiotics or steroids of any kind. EB eggs are available in Red White & Blue, cage-free and organic varieties, and are certified as Kosher. For more information, visit www.eggland.com.
GARDEN SALMON FRITTATA
1 serving
Ingredients:"¢ 2 Eggland's Best eggs"¢ 1 Tbsp basil, fresh chopped"¢ 1 Tbsp green onions, chopped"¢ 1 Tbsp Tarragon, chopped"¢ 2 Tbsp romano cheese, freshly grated"¢ 1 clove garlic, minced"¢ 1/8 cup spinach, frozen or fresh"¢ 2 oz. salmon filet, thinly sliced"¢ 2 slices whole grain flatbread, toasted
Mix Eggland's Best eggs with all ingredients except garlic, salmon and flatbread. Turn on stove to medium high heat. Place garlic in omelet pan and cook for 30 seconds. Add egg mixture and cook until bottom sets. Place under broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to set top. Place thinly sliced salmon piece atop cooked egg mixture. Fold in half and place between toasted flatbread slices. Cut in half diagonally. Serve and enjoy!
1 Garwin J, et al. Modified Eggs Are Compatible with a Diet that Reduces Serum Cholesterol Concentrations in Humans. The Journal of Nutrition 1992 122: 2153-2160 Clinical tests were conducted at The Medical College of Pennsylvania and found that modified eggs are compatible with a diet that reduces serum cholesterol concentrations in humans.
2 Yokoyama M, et al. Effects of eicosapentaenoic acid on major coronary events in hypercholesterolaemic patients (JELIS): a randomized open-label, blinded endpoint analysis. Lancet 2007 369: 1090-98. Participants in the study with high levels of LDL cholesterol were given 1,800 mg a day of Omega 3 fatty acid, eicosapentaenoic acid. After five years, those patients showed superior cardiovascular function and were less likely to suffer from coronary diseases.
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